10 Retail Stores That Offer Free Kid Events

We are always looking for fun things to do with the family and if it’s free… well that makes it even better! There are plenty of stores around town that offer free events just for you! Stores want you to go inside and check out what they have, so they offer up perks to get you inside.

Times and dates for these events are subject to change without notice. Check individual websites before heading to the store to make sure the event is still on!

LEGO STORE

Each month Lego stores have a mini model build. You can learn how to build a cool mini model and take it home for free! Registration is on a first come first serve basis and quantities are limited. Stores will no longer accept walk ups on the night of the event. Check the Lego website for store locations and event details.

POTTERY BARN KIDS

PB Kids has a weekly story time each week where a team member reads books to kids. Become a book club member and receive a special gift after attending 5 story times! Books, themes and activities change up with the seasons.

When:Tuesdays, 11-11:30am

Where: Pottery Barn Kids locations. Check here for a map of the stores.

Ages: any

HOME DEPOT

Home Depot offers a free workshop designed where kids learn how to make a cool craft! All kids get to keep their craft, receive a free certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin.

(Lowes also offers workshop for kids. You can find time & date information here.)

MICHAELS Craft Store

Michaels’ craft stores host free craft classes for kids several times a month on weekend and sometimes have weekday events. The kid classes include simple craft projects that are usually related to the holiday season.

IKEA

Ikea has free kid art activity on the weekends in the IKEA Restaurant. The activity takes about 30 minutes to complete and sessions are limited to 20 attendees at a time. (They also have awesome adult classes)

When: Saturday and Sunday from 2-4pm, but check the event schedule here for changes.

Where: IKEA

Ages: 5-15

APPLE STORE

The Apple Store offers a variety of programs and workshops tailored just for kids! Kids can learn how to make movies by storyboarding ideas, shooting video, and creating an original soundtrack.

When: Times and dates vary, must register online. Click here for the schedule.

Where: Apple stores

Ages: 8-12

(We heard the Microsoft Store often offers free events for kids. Check here for a schedule)

BASS PRO SHOPS

You may have heard Santa and the Easter Bunny frequent Bass Pro Shops for free photo ops, but they also have cool workshops and classes for kids. Recently, stores hosted archery lessons for kids, BB gun shooting range and simple arts for the little ones. Activities vary for each store location.

AMERICAN GIRL

While the guys go to Bass Pro, the girls can head to American Girl. From in-store crafts and cooking classes to tours of the clothing and dolls, every event is designed with girls in mind!

When: Dates and times change.

Where: American Girl locations, check here for a map of the stores in our area.

Ages: 4 and up

TOYS R US

Toys R Us is always hosting some sort of family event in its stores. In the past some of the special events held have been lego camps, parades, and Geoffrey’s birthday party spectacular. There are usually crafts and giveaways.

When:usually the first Saturday of each month.

Where: Toys R Us locations, click here to find one near you.
Ages: all ages

Event Details

The traveling exhibition Our Global Kitchen: Food, Nature, Culture, has made its way to Houston for the first time, at The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science. Organized by

Event Details

The traveling exhibition Our Global Kitchen: Food, Nature, Culture, has made its way to Houston for the first time, at The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science. Organized by the American Museum of Natural History in New York, Our Global Kitchen: Food, Nature, Culture explores the complex and intricate food system that brings what we eat from farm to fork and considers how producers in the future might feed the Earth’s growing population. This exhibition will include digital interactives, dioramas, and striking models.

Large-format and interactive displays bring to life important global and cultural food ecosystems that affect our day-to-day relationship with food. The diets of iconic figures such as Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps and activist Mahatma Gandhi are also displayed as part of this exhibition, which will be at The Health Museum – Houston’s most interactive science and health learning center – from June 1, 2019 through October 20, 2019.

General admission to The Health Museum is free for children two and under; $8 for children 3 to 12 years old and seniors 65 and above; $10 for adults; and free on Thursdays for families. Active and retired personnel receive half-off admission for up to four people. General admission also provides access to the museum’s multiple exhibits. For more information about The Health Museum visit thehealthmuseum.org.

Time

June 1 (Saturday) 9:00 am - October 20 (Sunday) 5:00 pm

Location

Ages

All ages

Price

General admission to The Health Museum is free for children two and under; $8 for children 3 to 12 years old and seniors 65 and above; $10 for adults; and free on Thursdays for families. Active and retired personnel receive half-off admission for up to four people. General admission also provides access to the museum’s multiple exhibits.

Event Details

Sawyer Flea is back! Join us every Sunday starting, Sept 8th from 9am - 1pm on the corner of Sawyer and Edwards for a unique outdoor market featuring artisan foods

Event Details

Sawyer Flea is back! Join us every Sunday starting, Sept 8th from 9am – 1pm on the corner of Sawyer and Edwards for a unique outdoor market featuring artisan foods and artisan goods. Bring the whole family including your four legged furry friend.